By Jedd Medefind on December 26, 2017
When it comes to issues affecting vulnerable children, 2017 was anything but static.
Strong currents left a mark on adoption, foster care and global orphan care – both within the Christian community and beyond. Some of these developments stir us to tears. Others rouse us to cheer. Curious? See “Eight Major Trends in the Christian Orphan Care Movement 2017.”
Jedd Medefind serves as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO), an alliance of more than 300 organizations and a global network of churches working together to inspire and equip Christians to care effectively for vulnerable children and families. His background includes serving in the White House as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush, leading the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, as well as a range of posts in the California State Legislature. Jedd writes and speaks frequently on faith, human flourishing and emerging technology and is the author of several books, including Becoming Home and Rule Your Tech (So It Won’t Rule You).
Inside these free resources, you’ll find practical guidance for engaging with foster care, adoption and global orphan care in your church.